Understanding fundamental aspects about the dose enhancement caused by metal nanoparticles for applications in radiation dosimetry and radiotherapy.

Developing magnetic nanoparticles for applications as contrast agent in magnetic resonance imaging, drug delivery, and cancer hyperthermia.

Exploring the unique properties of some nanomaterials that may allow simultaneous treatments in a single nanodevice.

Microfluidic technology has become a useful tool to efficiently develop reproducible synthetic methodologies for the production of engineered nanocrystals. Our group explore the microfluidic and conventional batch synthesis to engineer desired nanoparticle properties.

Ionizing radiation is largely employed in the industrial and medical areas, evidencing the importance of developing adequate radiation sensors that comply with each specific application.

Luminescence emission can be enhanced when the luminescent center is placed close to a metal nanostructure, allowing for improved sensing capabilities.

The light emitted by some nanomaterials under x-ray exposition can be used to activate photoactive drugs.